Redhead Beach is at the northern end of a nine
mile stretch of coastline, and is known for its
stunning cliffs, rocky outcrops and shark tower.
Redhead is patrolled in the warmer months, is
home to the Redhead Surf Life Saving Club, and is
popular with swimmers and surfers alike. Redhead
is a coastal suburb of the City of Lake Macquarie in
New South Wales, Australia 16 kilometres (10 mi)
south of Newcastle's central business district on
the Pacific Ocean. Redhead was named for the
appearance of its headland when viewed from the
sea. It has a population of 3,453 an increase on the
3,336 recorded in 2006.